Photo: Christian Winter/Airways China AirlinesĬhina Airlines is one of the two major airlines based in Taipei (TPE).
The new aircraft will replace older Airbus A330s. The order comes after geopolitical tensions between Taiwan and China, but this order shows the airline is confident it will be able to serve the island in the future.Īccording to Reuters, CI was comparing the Airbus A330neo and the Dreamliner for its long-haul fleet renewal, but Boeing’s aircraft was selected in the end. CI expects deliveries to start in 2025, and will then be able to phase out the older A330s. The airline will use these aircraft to renew its Airbus A330 fleet.Īs well as the 16 aircraft, the order includes options for eight additional Boeing 787-9 and conversion rights for the larger version of the Dreamliner, the Boeing 787-10. Industry China Airlines to Place Major Boeing 787 OrderĭALLAS – Major Taiwanese carrier China Airlines (CI) announced today that it has placed an order for 16 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners. Original Article: China Airlines to Place Major Boeing 787 OrderĬonvert your long form article to podcast? Visit SendToPod
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